2014 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY coolant

If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against freez-
ing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
•
Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine which contains aluminum components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
• Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 20 Gallons76 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certi-
fied). 6 Quarts
5.6 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6L Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/
Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000
Mile Formula or equivalent) meet-
ing the requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-12106. 13.4 Quarts
12.6 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. Add 2.9 Qts (2.8 L) if equipped with a rear
heater.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material
Standard MS-12106.
Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the require-
ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and
Shell Helix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]).
Fuel Selection 87 Octane
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights .
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
•
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace cabin/air conditioning
filter. XXX X X X X
Replace spark plugs
(3.6L engine). ** X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 10 years or 150,000
miles (240,000 km) whichever
comes first. XX
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............628
Adding Fuel ............................ .542
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .625
Additives, Fuel .......................... .536
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .241
Airbag ..................................81
Airbag Deployment ........................92
Airbag Light .............................89
Airbag Maintenance ........................94
Airbag, Side ..............................84
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................86
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .617
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................622
Air Conditioning ......................... .437
Air Conditioning Controls ...................437
Air Conditioning Filter .....................456
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone .................443
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................622
Air Conditioning System ....................437 Air Conditioning System, Zone Control
..........437
Air Pressure, Tires .........................511
Alarm Arm The System ........................19
Disarm The System .......................20
Tamper Alert ...........................21
Alarm Light ............................ .327
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................379
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................627
Disposal ............................. .631
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................322
Appearance Care ........................ .637
Ashtray ............................... .285
Assistance Towing ........................ .166
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .496
Auto Down Power Windows ..................48
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................137
Automatic Door Locks ......................40
680 INDEX

Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................630
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..................123
Cargo Area Features ...................... .300
Cargo Compartment ...................... .300
Luggage Carrier ....................... .302
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................292
Car Washes ............................ .637
Cellular Phone .......................... .152
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............657
Certification Label ........................ .544
Chains, Tire ............................ .522
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .577
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .501
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .324
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............123
Checks, Safety .......................... .123
Child Restraint ............................96
Child Restraints Child Seat Installation ....................115 Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint
....110
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt .................................112
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ......103
Child Safety Locks .........................55
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .534
Climate Control ......................... .437
Clock ................................. .357
Coat Hook ............................. .292
Coin Holder ............................ .293
Cold Weather Operation ....................465
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............436
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .516
Compass .............................. .348
Compass Calibration ...................... .348
Compass Variance ........................ .349
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .345
Connector UCI................................ .382
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Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)..........382
Conserving Fuel ......................... .344
Console ............................... .293
Console, Floor .......................... .293
Console, Overhead ....................... .259
Console, Removable ...................... .297
Contract, Service ......................... .673
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........630
Cooling System .......................... .626
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............628
Coolant Capacity ...................... .658
Coolant Level ......................... .627
Disposal of Used Coolant .................631
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................627
Inspection ........................... .631
Points to Remember .....................631
Pressure Cap ......................... .630
Radiator Cap ......................... .630
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............627Corrosion Protection
...................... .637
Cupholders ............................ .282
Customer Assistance ...................... .671
Data Recorder, Event .......................95
Daytime Running Lights ....................228
Dealer Service ........................... .613
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .125
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................236
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................610
Dimmer Control ......................... .229
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................636
Oil (Engine) .......................... .615
Power Steering ........................ .484
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................604
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................631
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